Swedish Red Bean Tree Intermedia

Sorbus intermedia

Sorbus intermedia is a deciduous tree native to Europe, possessing the following characteristics:

Growth Characteristics
- Height and Canopy Width: It typically grows to a height of 10 to 15 meters, with a canopy width reaching 6 to 10 meters.
- Leaves: The oval leaves are dark green and turn yellow or red in the autumn.
- Flowers: White flowers bloom in the spring and have a fragrance.
- Fruit: The red fruit ripens in the autumn and is edible.

Propagation Methods
- Seed Propagation: Seeds are harvested in the autumn, refrigerated in a cold, humid environment, and sown in the spring.
- Cuttings: Semi-rigid branches can be taken in the summer and planted in small pots to root.

Cultivation Methods
- Soil: It thrives in well-drained sandy loam and can tolerate alkaline soils without issue. - Sunlight: It thrives in full sun but can also grow in partial shade.
- Watering: It requires sufficient watering during the initial establishment phase, and once mature, it adapts well to most environments.

Uses in Gardens
- Landscape Tree: It is widely used as a landscape plant in public spaces and private gardens.
- Ecological Value: The fruit provides food for birds and contributes to biodiversity.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: It is mainly susceptible to Anthracnose. If infected, remove diseased leaves and branches and use an appropriate fungicide.
- Pests: Aphids are a common problem. Upon early detection, they can be controlled by spraying soapy water or using a pressure-type insecticide.

Sweden Sorbus intermedia is a useful plant that can be utilized in various environments, possessing outstanding ecological and aesthetic value.

Plant Family	Rosaceae
Height	9~12m
Spread	9~12m
Colors	white
Bloom Period	May to August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-40°C

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